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View our seminar speaker lineup and recordings for the 2026 Spring semester.

Seminars are at 3:30pm CT each date in Alderman 405 or by Zoom. In-person attendance is highly encouraged and recommended.

Our very own Cindy Tong, with Carl Rosen from Soil, Water, and Climate, co-authored a study published in HortTechnology examining how storage temperatures affect Minnesota garlic quality and shelf life. Their findings offer practical guidance for improving post-harvest garlic storage for Minnesota Farmers.

The Student Organic Farm provides multidisciplinary and experiential learning opportunities for undergraduate interns.

The Department of Horticultural Science is thrilled to welcome Dr. Michael Barnes as the newest Research Assistant Professor!

The University Horticulture Research Center has been developing grape breeds since the 1970s to be resistant to cold and disease, while also being tasty.

Congratulations to our 2025 Alumni Award recipient, Dr. Cari Schmitz Carley! 

Non-native honeysuckles are invading Minnesota and may contribute to the spread of the invasive spotted wing drosophila (SWD), which attacks Minnesota's fruit crops. Researchers aim to improve pest management strategies for both species.

The University of Minnesota is looking to grow a grape that not only survives the winter but also makes good wine.

As demand for fresh, local food grows, Dr. Nathan Eylands is developing science-based solutions to the issues high-tech growers face.